Physical Therapy

Physical therapist guiding an older man through a seated knee-bend exercise in a bright clinic with the title Physical Therapy After Knee Replacement.

Physical Therapy After Knee Replacement: A Week-by-Week Recovery Guide

Dr. Raj Pusuluri, PT, DPT

You just had a knee replaced, and now the real work begins. The surgery fixes the joint, but physical therapy ...

elderly male playing pickleball

Pickleball for Seniors: Health Benefits, How to Play, and Why It’s Perfect After 60

Dr. Raj Pusuluri, PT, DPT

Pickleball has become one of the fastest-growing sports in the United States — and older adults are leading that growth ...

Older adults performing safe resistance training exercises to build strength and balance

Strength Training for Seniors: A Safe, Practical Guide to Building Muscle After 60

Dr. Raj Pusuluri, PT, DPT

Strength training for seniors is one of the most well-researched tools for staying strong, mobile, and independent as you age. ...

Older adult struggling with grip strength while opening jar showing hand weakness and aging muscles

Why Grip Strength Decreases in Seniors — Causes, Risks, and Exercises That Help

Dr. Raj Pusuluri, PT, DPT

You have probably never thought of grip strength as a health measure. But in older adults, how firmly you can ...

illustration showing balance issues while walking in seniors

Feeling Off Balance While Walking? Here’s Why It Happens

Dr. Raj Pusuluri, PT, DPT

You’re walking—and for a moment, it doesn’t feel fully stable. Your steps feel slightly uncertain. You may slow down without ...

illustration showing causes of heavy legs in seniors including muscle weakness and circulation

Why Do Your Legs Feel Heavy? Here’s What It Means for Seniors

Dr. Raj Pusuluri, PT, DPT

You haven’t walked much. You’re not in pain. But your legs feel… heavy. Slow. Tired. Harder to move than usual. ...

“senior feeling unsteady while walking indoors holding furniture”

Feeling Unsteady but Haven’t Fallen? Here’s Why

Dr. Raj Pusuluri, PT, DPT

You haven’t fallen—but something doesn’t feel right when you walk. Maybe you feel slightly off balance, slower when turning, or ...

Older adult using a walker safely outdoors with caregiver support

Types of Walkers for Seniors: Which One Is Right for You?

Dr. Raj Pusuluri, PT, DPT

Types of Walkers for Seniors: Which One Is Right for You? Not all walkers work the same way. The best ...

Older adult lifting heavier weights safely to improve strength and independence

Why Lifting Heavier Weights Can Help Older Adults Stay Strong

Dr. Raj Pusuluri, PT, DPT

Lifting heavy weights may be beneficial for older adults, even though this idea often feels surprising or unsafe at first. ...

Balance strategies for older adults showing ankle, hip, and stepping reactions to prevent falls

Balance Exercises for Seniors: Top 10 Safe Moves to Do at Home

Dr. Raj Pusuluri, PT, DPT

Balance Exercises for Seniors: Top 10 Safe Moves to Do at Home Balance gets worse with age — but it ...

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